Eirich Group appoints Volker Fitz as Chief Sales Officer

Eirich offers machinery, plants and services in the field of processing free-flowing materials, slurries and sludges. The core areas of expertise are continuous and discontinuous processes for mixing, granulating/pelletizing, drying and fine grinding. Main application areas include concrete, dry mortar, plasters, building materials, sand lime bricks, ceramics, refractories, glass, carbon bodies, friction linings, battery compounds for rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries, metallurgy, foundry molding sand, environmental protection. The close cooperation with the test centers of the associated companies around the world and the way in which we work closely together with research institutes and teaching institutes are the basis for developing innovative, cost-effective products and processes.

Eirich is introducing the hygienic CleanLine C150 one-pot multiprocessor at Powtech 2026. The system combines mixing, granulating and drying in a single vessel for larger production batches. One-pot processing for larger batch sizes At Powtech 2026, Eirich is presenting the hygienic CleanLine C150 one-pot multiprocessor for the first time. The system expands the CleanLine series to larger production scales, offering a working volume of 150 litres. Multiple process steps in a single vessel The multiprocessor combines basic unit operations such as mixing, dispersing, granulating, coating, kneading and drying within a single processing chamber. Additional features including heating, cooling and vacuum processing allow flexible handling of temperature-sensitive materials without product transfer. Hygienic design for fast product changes Designed for sectors such as food, specialty chemicals, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, the unit minimizes dead spaces. FDA-compliant materials and easily removable components enable quick cleaning and reduce contamination risks. Practical development and scale-up Applications range from functional additives to micro-encapsulation.…

Strategic milestone in Asia: In July 2026, the Eirich Group is merging its headquarters and test center in the new, state-of-the-art Innovation Center in Nagoya, Japan, to bundle research and customer proximity locally. The Eirich Group continues to expand its global technology and development network: In July 2026, Nippon Eirich will open the new Eirich Innovation Center Japan (EICJ for short) in Nagoya. The previous test center from Narita and the Nippon Eirich headquarters will be brought together under one roof. The new research and development facility marks a strategic milestone for the company’s presence in the Asian region and underlines the international positioning of the Eirich Group. Focus on a special customer experience The EICJ comprises a three-story main building with around 1,800 square meters of usable space and combines four specialized laboratory areas under one roof. In the General Lab, tests are carried out with battery materials, chemical raw materials, as well as construction and foundry materials. The CleanLine Lab is geared toward applications in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industries and operates under the strictest hygiene standards. The…

At interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Eirich will present forward-looking solutions for the food and pharma sectors from May 7 to 13. The focus is on energy-efficient processes and the intelligent bundling of complex preparation steps. Holistic Solutions for the Process Industry From May 7 to 13, 2026, the global packaging and process industry will meet at this year’s interpack in Düsseldorf. The world’s leading trade fair acts as an international driver for future topics such as sustainability, resource-saving production, and smart manufacturing—areas where Eirich specifically plays to its strengths and presents innovative solutions for energy-efficient, stable, and digitally controlled production processes to the industry. Maximum Process Reliability via Multifunctionality As one of the technological leaders in the industry, the Hardheim-based specialist shows how complex preparation processes can be reliably mastered. The company’s technology combines numerous process steps such as mixing, granulating, kneading, and coating in a single unit. This reduces interfaces, minimizes contamination risks, and ensures optimal results with low energy input—ideal conditions for applications…

Following a comprehensive recalculation, numerous components will be offered at significantly lower prices, in some cases by up to 50 percent. The expert for mixing and preparation technology is redesigning the global price structure for its original wear parts starting in March 2026. This is based on increases in efficiency and productivity that Eirich has realized in manufacturing and order processing in recent years. The company is using these improvements to provide even better support to its customers regarding the cost-effectiveness of their systems. Numerous components will be offered significantly cheaper in the future – depending on the component, by up to 50 percent in individual cases. Efficiency gains as the basis for the new price structure In recent years, Eirich has invested specifically in the modernization of its manufacturing processes. Automated production workflows, leaner internal processes, and new international cooperation within the Eirich Group with synergies in procurement and manufacturing have led to measurable cost reductions in the production of wear parts. ”We have consistently…

Proces solutions on prescription Powtech 2025 / September 23–25, 2025 Are you ready for Europe’s international trade fair for technologies for processing powders, solids, and liquids? Powtech will take place again at the end of September at the Nuremberg Exhibition Center. Visit us in Hall 11, Booth 11-213, and experience our technologies under the motto: “Process solutions on prescription”. Look forward to personal advice from our experts, numerous innovations, and our highly efficient mixers, which you can experience firsthand on site. We look forward to seeing you there. Our highlights: Process solutions on prescription Step into the unique “doctor’s office for processes” – Eirich and prosio vision diagnose your challenges: from painful quality issues to revitalizing process optimization. With deep process understanding and smart tools, we offer clarity instead of gut feelings. This is how we develop customized treatments that move you and your process forward. Our latest…